Equation Solver

Find roots and solutions for single-variable linear and algebraic equations with clear steps.

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Solving Linear Equations

A linear equation is an algebraic equation in which each term has an exponent of 1. When graphed, linear equations produce straight lines on the Cartesian plane.

Standard Solving Procedure:

  1. Eliminate parentheses using the distributive law.
  2. Combine like terms on both sides of the equal sign.
  3. Use addition or subtraction to collect variable terms on one side and constant terms on the other.
  4. Divide or multiply to solve for the coefficient of $x$.
  5. Substitute the result back into original equation to verify correctness.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I solve 5x - 15 = 35 step by step?

Add 15 to both sides to get 5x = 50, then divide both sides by 5 to get x = 10. The solver above shows each step automatically.

Can it solve equations with x on both sides?

Yes — enter equations like 5x - 3 = 2x + 9 and the solver collects the x-terms on one side before isolating the variable.

Is this equation solver free to use?

Yes — every tool on Math Solver Free is free with no sign-up, and all calculations run in your browser.